Obituaries

May 31, 2021

It is with broken hearts we announce the death of Phil (Philip) Carter. Phil passed away on May 31, 2021 at his residence in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia surrounded by family. Born in Newfoundland in 1954 to loving parents, Douglas and Piney Carter. Phil was an exemplary family man, the ultimate father, husband, grampy, son, brother, and friend. Phil...

May 27, 2021

With sadness, the family of Philip Boiduk announce his passing on May 27, 2021, in Baddeck. Philip suffered from ALS but was able to stay home with the devoted loving care of his wife, Debbie MacLean. A special thank you to the palliative care team, continuing care and the nursing staff of Baddeck Hospital.

Thank you to...

May 22, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roderick (Roddie) James MacDonald, who died peacefully at the home in which he was born, in Washabuck, N.S., on May 22, 2021. Son of Catherine Agnes and Malcolm MacDonald, he was born July 2, 1935, the oldest of 6 children. Roddie, Nova Scotia Land Surveyor No. 285, was...

May 21, 2021

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear mother Irene Frances (Renee) Walker on May 21, 2021. Born (17.10.1942) in New Waterord. Irene was the daughter of the late Francis and Catherine Walker. She is survived by me, her loving son Shaun and daughter-in-law Nichole and three grandchildren Mitchell, Taylor and Breton along with her sisters, Stella, Patsy, Janie, Cathy, Terrie, Debbie, Judy and Joan. She...

May 20, 2021

Jessie Smith, age 70, formally of Glace Bay, died peacefully at home on May 20, 2021, the way she came into this world —surrounded by love.

Born in Bridgeport to two loving parents, Anne (“Annie”) and Clifford Knox, Jessie had a difficult childhood that nevertheless taught her the value of kindness, compassion, love and selflessness. Our Mom,...

May 17, 2021

It is with sadness that the family of Mable (Watt) Watson of Sydney announce her peaceful passing on  May 17, 2021 at the age of 98 years.   Mable was the daughter of the late Robert and Edith (Hazlehurst) Watt.  She was predeceased in 2017 by her loving husband of 71 years, Robert Watson.

She is survived...

May 11, 2021

It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Flora Margaret Wile, age 56 of Bucklaw, Cape Breton at the Victoria Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, NS. She was the daughter of the late Harvey and Olive Wile. She is survived by her lifetime companion Adam Benoit, Adam Jr. (AJ) at home, Crystal Benoit , Alberta, brother Clyde Wile, Shad...

May 10, 2021

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Katherine E. (Farrell) Sullivan on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the CBRH following a lengthy battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Glace Bay she was the daughter of the late Leo and Christina (MacKay) Farrell. She was a devoted member of St. Anne’s Parish.

A graduate of the...

May 9, 2021

With deepest sorrow, we the family announce the passing of Evelyn Ruth (Morrison) Campbell, age 76 of Sydney at CBRH-Palliative Care after a nine year battle with Parkinsons. She was the daughter of Clifford and Mary Beatrice (Sexton) Morrison of Westmount. She is survived by her husband John, son Gregory, daughter Tracey and her grandson Daniel. Also surviving are...

May 9, 2021

It is with heartfelt sadness that we, the family of James Edward Clarke of New Waterford, NS regret to announce his passing on May 9, 2021. Born in Newfoundland on Feb. 9, 1944 he was the son of Lillian and Maxie Clarke. James moved to Cape Breton at an early age. He worked for Devco for over 30 years. ...

May 7, 2021

Gerald Garfield Walsh, age 96, passed away peacefully May 7, 2021, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney, Nova Scotia. Garf was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia on February 2, 1925, and baptized at Christ Church. He was predeceased by his wife, Theresa, whom he cherished and later wrote a song in her memory. Garf was employed with the Dominion...

May 3, 2021

Allister Dwight Trenchard 51, Sydney. After surviving many years with a brain injury, Allister passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3rd, 2021 after an illness with cancer. His mother was dutifully at his side. Allister is survived by his devoted mother, Margaret Trenchard, Sydney; son, Ashton Mugridge, Sydney/Alberta; brother, Arthur (Sandra) Trenchard, Sydney; sister, Anne (Allan) Outlaw, Texas; and...

May 2, 2021

It is with profound sadness that our father, son, brother and uncle Ed MacLeod (Eddy) has unexpectedly passed away on May 2nd, 2021.

Eddy was born in Sydney on May 10th, 1957. He graduated from Sydney Academy in 1975 and then went on to STFX University for a year moving to Dalhousie University where he received his...

Apr 29, 2021

John Colin McDaniel July 30, 1946 ~ April 29, 2021 Colin’s years of struggle ended April 29th , 2021 when his daily prayer of 3 Hail Marys in honour of the Blessed Mother for a happy death was answered. His legacy of strong trust in God and acceptance of trials he had faced is something his children Trevor, Tammy...

Apr 28, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Ruth Margaret Ganaway (nee MacMillan) on April 28th, 2021, one day shy of her 82nd birthday in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Ruth was the wife of the late Joseph Ganaway. Ruth was born in Marble Mountain on April 29,1939; she was the daughter of the late Robert and...

Apr 27, 2021

Andrew Danson Danushevsky, Canadian photographer, of Port Hood, Cape Breton, and Change Islands, Nfld., was a whirlwind of creative energy. A seer, a seeker, a writer, musician and artist. An educator, author, curator. A man who lived life to the fullest and forged his own unique path.

Born in Bournemouth, England on January 12, 1945, Andrew was...

Apr 21, 2021

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Belva Hooper, 63, on April 21, 2021, after a short battle with lung cancer. Born on October 10,1957 in Sydney, NS, she was the daughter of Neil and Christine Ferguson, and was fostered by Harold and Pat Buchanan in the early 1970's. Belva worked as a legal secretary...

Apr 20, 2021

Eileen "Shelly" Jeremias 1958-2021 It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we the family of Eileen Michelle "Shelly" Jeremias age 63 announce her peaceful passing on April 20, 2021 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sydney on Jan 25, 1958 she was the daughter...

Apr 14, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Alexander "Sandy" Joseph Boyd. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 12, 2021

It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we, the family of Angus John Morrison, age 59 announce his passing on April 12, 2021 at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Baddeck, he was the son of Angus and Judy (Oland) Morrison of Sydney Forks.  In his younger years, Angus enjoyed playing hockey with the County Selects and...